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Which broadband plan is right for me?

Confused about the variety of broadband plans on offer? Our quick and simple Australian broadband guide tells you what you need to know before you decide where to sign up.

Network buying guide

Here's what you need to know about networking, from the standards and technologies to the best products for your home or office.

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Reviews

Linksys Dual-Band Wireless-N Gigabit Router WRT320N

The Linksys WRT320N forces you to pick either the 2.4GHz or the 5GHz band for your wireless network. Given that, it's not an ideal choice for an environment with both types of wireless clients.
Linksys WAG160N Wireless-N ADSL2+ Gateway

Linksys' WAG160N resides in an attractive package, and manages better than most Wireless N routers. Better than most, but still nowhere near the hype.
D-Link RangeBooster N 650 ADSL2+ Router (DSL-2740B)

The DSL-2740B is a modem and router that offers a good balance between price and features, with a slightly shaky performance.
Netgear WNR854T RangeMax Next Wireless-N Router Gigabit Edition

The Netgear RangeMax Next WNR854T Gigabit is a smart choice for home networks, thanks to its fast throughput and easy setup.
D-Link DSL-G604T

D-Link's DSL-G604T is a ADSL2/2+ modem router with some serious stability issues. Read our Australian review.
HP Photosmart C7180 All-In-One

The HP Photosmart C7180 all-in-one photo printer serves up a boatload of features and prints great-looking photos, but it performs all of its tasks slowly. You can do better for the same amount of money.
Billion myGuard 7500GL

Billion's myGuard 7500GL is an excellent wireless ADSL router for SOHO users. Its security features include QoS control, VPN access, a firewall and Trend Micro services.
Buffalo WZR-RS-G54

If you've got a small office and need remote access, then the WZR-RS-G54 is a solid choice. For most home users, however, it's pure overkill.

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Features

Gaming online: Which console is best?

Game consoles aren't just stand-alone boxes anymore -- it's increasingly about what you can do with them online. If you are unsure about which next-gen console to pick up, we've put together a comparison of the Nintendo Wii, the PlayStation 3 and the Xbox 360, outlining all of their individual online features and costs.
ADSL2+: Turbo-charged broadband, at last

Forget about the usual New Year's resolutions; this year, soon-to-be-widespread ADSL2+ availability will give you far better things to do with your time. David Braue catches up with the market.

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News

Netgear's wireless router goes mobile

Today at CES, Netgear introduced its 3G-only mobile router, the MBR624GU.

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DIYs and How-to

VoIP guide: Voice over IP in Australia

Tired of paying the phone bill? You don't have to be tech savvy to make calls over the internet. This Australian guide explains all that you need to know about using VoIP (or Voice over Internet Protocol) services.
Xbox Live: FAQ about gaming online

This resource rounds up answers to all the questions we are frequently asked about gaming online with Xbox Live, from getting connected to games, membership, points and more.
Get your gaming console online

Got a new Nintendo Wii, PlayStation 3 or Xbox 360 and you want to know how to get it online? Follow CNET.com.au's easy step-by-step guide to learn everything you need to know.
Live it up: 10 steps to get your Xbox online

For those Xbox Live newbies out there, CNET.com.au is here to help with this handy guide to getting your console online.

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Downloads

Casc'ADSL

Keep your DSL connection up and utilize network tools like netstat, ping, and traceroute.
D-Link DSL-502G Router

Net driver
NETGEAR ME102 Access Point

USB driver
WinRoute Pro

NAT, Firewall, DNS, and DHCP server